Regional and Urban Design Committee

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I am looking for a little assistance and once again turning to our Knowledge Communities for support. The Richmond Commission of Architectural Review (CAR) oversees the exterior design of roughly 6000 properties that are within designated historic districts.

The Commission is dedicated to maintaining a substantial urban fabric in the central city of Richmond. Although not within the purview of the Commission, a recent concern is the wholesale demolition of buildings that currently add to this fabric.  Some members of the Commission would like to address this issue with our city government and city council; however, we feel that we need to point to case studies or examples of cities and communities that protect their city fabric with various demolition restrictions.

Are you aware of cities that have demolition restrictions and any contacts that could advise us regarding those restrictions (planners, zoning folks, etc.)?

As always, thanks for your support. 

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David Johannas AIA
Johannas Design Group
Richmond VA
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I'm on the historic preservation commission in Green Bay.  We just approved wording for a demolition waiting period ordinance, for structures over 50 years of age, to be sent to common council.  Have no idea if it will pass, but at least we have been trying to mitigate a similar problem.

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Roger Retzlaff AIA
Green Bay WI
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